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"Hardware giant Bunnings breached the privacy of “likely hundreds of thousands”
of Australians through its use of facial recognition technology, the Privacy
Commissioner ruled today.
“Individuals who entered the relevant Bunnings stores at the time would not
have been aware that facial recognition technology was in use and especially
that their sensitive information was being collected, even if briefly,” the
commissioner Carly Kind said.
The ruling is the culmination of a two-year investigation. Bunnings claimed it
is “deeply disappointed” by the decision, and is seeking a review.
The commissioner did not seek to impose a fine on Bunnings for the breach of
privacy.
If the ruling stands, it could have big implications for Australian shoppers
and retailers. It also strengthens the case for removing a significant loophole
in Australia’s privacy law.
Right now, that loophole allows businesses to collect your biometric
information without your explicit consent by simply putting up signs."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
